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Utilization of kairomones to reduce the use of pesticides on Zea Mays crops
Abstract: Plant-derived kairomones represent a critical yet under- explored class of allelochemicals that orchestrate complex communication within maize-based intercropping systems. Beyond their role as simple signalling molecules, these compounds act as key determinants in the rhizosphere, influencing the recruitment of beneficial soil microbiota, modulating nutrient bioavailability, and enhancing plant tolerance to abiotic and biotic stresses. primary objective of this review is to provide a comprehensive synthesis of the biochemical pathways and …
Published in International Journal of Insects · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Microbial Architects of Soil Health: A Multifaceted Approach to Improving Plant Nutrition, Biocontrol, and Phytohormone Production
Abstract: The intricate relationship between plants and soil harbours a thriving community of microorganisms, unseen yet essential. Through numerous mechanisms, these microscopic marvels are essential to sustaining the health of the soil and encouraging robust plant growth. Microbes in the soil are essential for enhancing plant nutrition. Bacteria and fungi act as silent collaborators, facilitating the process of solubilizing and mobilising essential nutrients like phosphorus, potassium, and nitrogen within the soil. …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 Read article